為迎接新學期的新生及傳統中秋佳節，本系日前舉辦了「A Taste of IEM Mid-Autumn Welcome」活動。活動旨在利用中秋「團圓」的溫馨氛圍，促進師生和新舊生之間的深度交流與相互認識，成功為本系建立了溫暖的跨文化社群。
　　活動的核心亮點是冰皮月餅手作課程，不僅邀請專業的 Linda Chien講師指導，系主任、來自印尼的 Panca 老師皆出席，展現對學生的重視。特別值得一提的是，來自越南的Sherry老師也全程參與，與學生們一同揉麵、包餡。師長們的親切互動，讓國際學生和本地學生都感到備受關懷，師生之間的距離瞬間拉近。
　　對於來自不同文化背景的學生而言，這場手作盛宴不僅是體驗東方節慶文化的一種方式，更是一個絕佳的「破冰」機會。在共同學習、分工合作的過程中，學員們自然地展開熱絡互動，從討論月餅口味到分享異國生活，歡聲笑語此起彼落。一個個親手完成的月餅，也成為大家分享喜悅、拉近距離的最佳媒介，展現了本系跨國多元的社群活力。
　　透過這類充滿溫度的體驗式活動，旨在勉勵所有學生積極找到歸屬感，並建立起未來互相扶持的學習夥伴關係，共同在學術道路上成長。
　　在手作活動開始前，在這個師生齊聚的時刻，有一項鼓舞人心的安排：將 TaiwanICDF Academic Performance Award 獎狀頒發給表現傑出的 ICDF 學生 Sizwe。這項莊重的表揚不僅肯定了 Sizwe 的學術成就，也成為新舊生交流時的正面話題，鼓勵大家在新的學年裡共同追求卓越。
　　此次迎新活動在充滿文化氣息與溫馨交流的氛圍中圓滿落幕，成功地將中秋祝福化為實質的社群支持，為新學期的開啟奠定積極且友愛的基調。
　　To welcome new students and celebrate the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, the department recently held the "A Taste of IEM Mid-Autumn Welcome" event. The activity was designed to leverage the warm atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival's "reunion" spirit, fostering deep interaction and mutual familiarity among faculty, new, and current students, successfully building a warm cross-cultural community within the department.
　　The centerpiece of the event was the snow skin mooncake-making class. Not only was the professional Instructor Linda Chien invited to provide guidance, but the Director and Professor Panca from Indonesia also attended, showing the department's commitment to its students. Of particular note was the full participation of Professor Sherry, a faculty member from Vietnam, who joined students in kneading the dough and wrapping the fillings. The friendly interaction from the faculty instantly bridged the distance between teachers and students, making both international and local attendees feel especially cared for.
　　For students from diverse cultural backgrounds, this hands-on culinary feast was more than just a way to experience an Eastern holiday; it served as an excellent "ice-breaking" opportunity. As participants learned and collaborated, lively interactions naturally unfolded. From discussing preferred mooncake flavors to sharing stories of life abroad, laughter and chatter filled the air. The handmade mooncakes themselves became the best medium for sharing joy and building rapport, demonstrating the vibrant, multinational energy of the department's community.
　　Through such warm, experiential activities, the department aims to encourage all students to actively find a sense of belonging and establish supportive learning partnerships for the future, fostering collective academic growth.
　　Just before the start of the hands-on activity, a moment of inspiration took place during this gathering of faculty and students: the TaiwanICDF Academic Performance Award certificate was presented to the outstanding ICDF student, Sizwe. This solemn recognition not only affirmed Sizwe's academic achievement but also served as a positive talking point for the students, encouraging everyone to strive for excellence in the new academic year collectively.
　　The welcome event concluded successfully in an atmosphere rich in cultural heritage and warmth. It effectively transformed the Mid-Autumn blessings into tangible community support, setting a positive and friendly tone for the start of the new academic semester. 　　　 註.
圖1.系主任、Sherry 老師、Linda Chien 講師與全體師生大合影，共同舉牌歡呼，展現本系跨文化社群的熱情與活力。
The Director, Professor Sherry, Instructor Linda Chien, and all participants pose for a group photo, celebrating the enthusiasm and vitality of the department's cross-cultural community.
圖2. 左活動開始前，系主任頒發 TaiwanICDF Academic Performance Award 獎狀給表現傑出的 ICDF 學生 Sizwe，以資勉勵。
Left is Prior to the main activity, the Director presents the TaiwanICDF Academic Performance Award certificate to the outstanding ICDF student, Sizwe, in recognition of his academic achievement.
圖2. 右專業的 Linda Chien 講師為師生講解中秋文化與冰皮月餅的製作步驟。
Right is professional Instructor Linda Chien introduces the culture of the Mid-Autumn Festival and the steps for making snow skin mooncakes.
圖3. 左是學員們專注於月餅壓模的最後步驟，臉上洋溢著成功的笑容。跨國同學在合作中建立深厚友誼。
Left is Students concentrate on the final step of pressing the mooncake molds, their faces beaming with success. Classmates from different countries forged solid friendships through collaboration.
圖3. 中圖充滿活力的學員小組，在製作過程中開心合影。冰皮月餅手作活動為迎新破冰創造了絕佳的輕鬆氛圍。
Middle picture shows a vibrant group of students poses happily during the mooncake making process. The hands-on workshop created an excellent and relaxed atmosphere for breaking the ice among the newcomers.
圖3. 右圖可見Sherry 老師（右一）與學員們共同揉製月餅餡料。來自不同國家的師生透過共同創作，迅速拉近了彼此的距離。
Right picture shows professor Sherry (far right) collaborates with students to prepare the mooncake fillings and dough. Faculty and students from various nations quickly bridged cultural gaps through shared creation.
圖4. 師生們成功完成冰皮月餅，開心地展示成品並合影，跨國交流在歡笑聲中圓滿完成。
Faculty and students happily showcase their finished snow skin mooncakes, celebrating the successful conclusion of the cross-cultural exchange with a festive group picture.